"Atlantida" (L'Atlantide) is undoubtedly Pierre Benoit’s magnum opus and a cornerstone of his artistic trajectory. The novel is set in the French Algerian Sahara and follows the journey of two French officers, André de Saint-Avit and Jean Morhange, as they investigate the mysterious disappearance of their comrades. Their quest leads them to the hidden kingdom of Atlantis, ruled by the alluring and enigmatic Queen Antinea. Antinea, a descendant of the rulers of the mythical Atlantis, is a c...

One of the first and most enduring novels about the lost continent of Atlantis.

Atlantida was written in the year 1919 by Pierre Benoit. This book is one of the most popular novels of Pierre Benoit, and has been translated into several other languages around the world.This book is published by Booklassic which brings young readers closer to classic literature globally.

Amid the vast expanse of the Sahara, two French officers stumble upon a hidden realm-ruled by Antinea, the enigmatic last Queen of Atlantis. Pierre Benoit's celebrated novel blends the perils of desert survival with the fascination of a vanished civilization, weaving a tale of obsession, beauty, and power.First published in France to great acclaim, its heady mix of romance, danger, and exoticism quickly captured the public imagination and inspired numerous film adaptations, cementi...

Atlantis, the legendary lost continent of wonders and marvels, has intrigued the mind of men for thousands of years. So when a daring young adventurer found a new clue to its actual whereabouts, he could not resist setting out to find it.

One of the first and most enduring novels about the lost continent of Atlantis.

It is 1896 in the French Algerian Sahara. Two officers, André de Saint-Avit and Jean Morhange investigate the disappearance of their fellow officers. While doing so, they are drugged and kidnapped by a Tarqui warrior, the procurer for the monstrous Queen Antinea. Antinea, descendant of the rulers of Atlantis, has a cave wall with 120 niches carved into it, one for each of her lovers. Only 53 have been filled; when all 120 have been filled, Antinea will sit atop a throne in the center of th...

It is 1896 in the French Algerian Sahara. Two officers, André de Saint-Avit and Jean Morhange investigate the disappearance of their fellow officers. While doing so, they are drugged and kidnapped by a Tarqui warrior, the procurer for the monstrous Queen Antinea. Antinea, descendant of the rulers of Atlantis, has a cave wall with 120 niches carved into it, one for each of her lovers. Only 53 have been filled; when all 120 have been filled, Antinea will sit atop a throne in the centre of th...

In "The Secret Spring," Pierre Benoît weaves a captivating narrative that intertwines elements of adventure, myth, and introspection. Set against the backdrop of an exotic landscape, Benoît's prose is lush and evocative, effortlessly transporting readers into a world ripe with intrigue and discovery. The novel explores themes of obsession, the quest for knowledge, and the intersection of the tangible and the mystical, all hallmarks of Benoît's literary style that harkens back to the ear...

"The Secret Spring" follows the story of two French officers, Captain Morhange and Lieutenant Saint-Avit, who are stationed in French Algeria. They embark on an expedition into the Sahara Desert in search of an ancient lost city. Along the way, they encounter the mysterious and seductive Queen Antinéa, ruler of the mythical city of Atlantis. As they delve deeper into the secrets of Antinéa's kingdom, they become ensnared in a web of intrigue, passion, and danger.The novel is celebrated for...

Atlantida is a captivating adventure novel penned by Pierre Benoit that unfolds against the backdrop of early 20th-century French colonialism in North Africa. Set in the Sahara Desert, the narrative follows the journey of a French geographer named Pierre de Saint-Avit as he embarks on a quest to discover the lost city of Atlantis.

OPU proudly presents the Orientalism compilation which regroups major orientalist works (both paintings and writings). Orientalism is a term used by scholars in art history, literary, geography, and cultural studies for the depiction of Eastern, that is "Oriental" cultures, including Middle Eastern, North African, South Asian and Southeast Asian cultures, done by writers, designers, and artists from the West. In particular, Orientalist painting depicting "the Middle East" was a genre of 19...